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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

July 21, 2009

Programs, services continue despite destruction of tribal headquarters

Tribal employees relocate to nearby buildings, rebuilding fund established

NETT LAKE, MINN. – The destruction of Bois Forte Tribal Headquarters has not ceased its vital programs and services. Though the building was engulfed by an early morning fire July 20, the Band’s tribal council has managed to continue providing its services and programs, relocating employees, rescuing a key computer server and retrieving off-site backed-up data.

A fund has been established at the First National Band of Buhl, 121 State St. Buhl, MN 55713. Office supplies or furniture can be donated by calling Public Works Director Marty Connor at 218-757-0193.

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